Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Lawton
Alpha acid
3.5–4%
Beta acid
3–3.2%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Cluster
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Lawton
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Earthy
Only in Cluster
FloralSweet
Only in Lawton
PungentWoodyDank
Property
| Property | Cluster | Lawton |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–9% | 3.5–4% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 3–3.2% |
| Co-humulone | 33–43% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 38–46% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |